Re: Poor FEDEX service

[Amita Guha]

This happened to me a couple of weeks ago with a UPS order. UPS left
the package at someone else's house. The person opened up the package
before he realized it wasn't for him, then called UPS to pick it up
and deliver it to me. I never found out where it went originally.
Stinks but it happens.

On Thu, Mar 5, 2009 at 3:48 PM, Bill Owens  wrote:
> My PDML annual was supposedly delivered at 1:28 this afternoon and
> left at my front door.  I've been home all day and there is no package
> at my front door.  A  phone call to their so called customer service
> department told me that I would have to wait until the driver returned
> tomorrow to find out the dispostion.  I wonder if FEDEX will reimburse
> me for the cost of the book if they can't locate it?  Never had this
> kind of problem with UPS.
>
> Sorry for the rant.
>
> Bill

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Re: Laundering a Domke F2

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On Thu, Mar 5, 2009 at 11:06 AM, John Sessoms  wrote:
>
> I don't know about the bag itself, but I do know about cat odors. I'm
> assuming this is a territory marking type of desecration, rather than little
> gifts left inside. Just washing it won't remove all of the urine odor.

And even if you can't smell it, kitty will and he'll think it's ok to
relieve himself there...so yeah, what John said...

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Re: Rollei is Gone.

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Very sad to hear about this. I had a little Rollei P&S that I loved
and took to Ireland with me. It was a pretty nice little camera. I
kept an eye on Rollei's digital P&Ss, but they never put out anything
decent. Too bad.

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Re: is it bad if an LI battery is warm out of the package?

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Damn, now you guys know what I really did on Valentine's Day

On Sun, Feb 15, 2009 at 7:36 PM, Ken Waller  wrote:
>> He's obviously a hopeless romantic. Batteries for valentine's day!
>
> All depends on what the battreies are for !
> Kenneth Waller
> http://www.tinyurl.com/272u2f
>
> - Original Message - From: "Paul Stenquist"
> 
> Subject: Re: is it bad if an LI battery is warm out of the package?
>
>
>>
>> On Feb 15, 2009, at 12:16 AM, Amita Guha wrote:
>>
>>> My husband gave them to me for Valentine's Day,
>>
>> He's obviously a hopeless romantic. Batteries for valentine's day!
>> :-))
>> Paul
>>
>>> and he hid them around
>>> the house. One of them was under my mouse, which was warm. Looks like
>>> that was the culprit. Sorry about the false alarm, and thanks for the
>>> help! :) The battery is the same temp as the rest now. :)
>>>
>>> On Sat, Feb 14, 2009 at 11:26 PM, John Mullan   wrote:
>>>>
>>>> Not enough information given.  You just got the batch, how long  have
>>>> you had
>>>> them,  how did they arrive in your hands?  Did you transport them?
>>>> Could
>>>> the suspect battery have been on the side of the package with  sunlight
>>>> exposure?  Did they arrive in a parcel, could a similar heating
>>>>  scenario be
>>>> presented?  Have they been in one location long enough to have
>>>>  stabilized
>>>> and the suspect battery really is warmer.   Just playing devil's
>>>>  advocate
>>>> here.
>>>>
>>>> jm
>>>> - Original Message - From: "David Savage"  
>>>> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" 
>>>> Sent: Saturday, February 14, 2009 9:13 PM
>>>> Subject: Re: is it bad if an LI battery is warm out of the package?
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>> Probably.
>>>>>
>>>>> I suspect the batteries should only warm up under load (or when
>>>>>  charging).
>>>>>
>>>>> There may be a short somewhere?
>>>>>
>>>>> Others more knowledgeable than myself may have a better idea.
>>>>>
>>>>> Cheers,
>>>>>
>>>>> Dave
>>>>>
>>>>> 2009/2/15 Amita Guha :
>>>>>>
>>>>>> I just got a batch of batteries for my Nikon kit, and it looks like
>>>>>> one of them is 5 degrees warmer than the others. It's 82 degrees
>>>>>> Farenheit on the outside surface instead of 77 degrees like the
>>>>>> others. I noticed it when I opened the package, and I checked it  with
>>>>>> the infrared thermometer we use for cooking. Is that a sign of
>>>>>> anything bad?
>>>>>>
>>>>>> Thanks,
>>>>>> Amita
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Re: is it bad if an LI battery is warm out of the package?

[Amita Guha]

Believe it or not, I actually asked for them for V-Day. :) My old
batteries are over two years old and were losing their ability to hold
a charge...

On Sun, Feb 15, 2009 at 8:50 AM, Paul Stenquist  wrote:
>
> On Feb 15, 2009, at 12:16 AM, Amita Guha wrote:
>
>> My husband gave them to me for Valentine's Day,
>
> He's obviously a hopeless romantic. Batteries for valentine's day!
> :-))
> Paul
>
>> and he hid them around
>> the house. One of them was under my mouse, which was warm. Looks like
>> that was the culprit. Sorry about the false alarm, and thanks for the
>> help! :) The battery is the same temp as the rest now. :)
>>
>> On Sat, Feb 14, 2009 at 11:26 PM, John Mullan  wrote:
>>>
>>> Not enough information given.  You just got the batch, how long have you
>>> had
>>> them,  how did they arrive in your hands?  Did you transport them?  Could
>>> the suspect battery have been on the side of the package with sunlight
>>> exposure?  Did they arrive in a parcel, could a similar heating scenario
>>> be
>>> presented?  Have they been in one location long enough to have stabilized
>>> and the suspect battery really is warmer.   Just playing devil's advocate
>>> here.
>>>
>>> jm
>>> - Original Message - From: "David Savage" 
>>> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" 
>>> Sent: Saturday, February 14, 2009 9:13 PM
>>> Subject: Re: is it bad if an LI battery is warm out of the package?
>>>
>>>
>>>> Probably.
>>>>
>>>> I suspect the batteries should only warm up under load (or when
>>>> charging).
>>>>
>>>> There may be a short somewhere?
>>>>
>>>> Others more knowledgeable than myself may have a better idea.
>>>>
>>>> Cheers,
>>>>
>>>> Dave
>>>>
>>>> 2009/2/15 Amita Guha :
>>>>>
>>>>> I just got a batch of batteries for my Nikon kit, and it looks like
>>>>> one of them is 5 degrees warmer than the others. It's 82 degrees
>>>>> Farenheit on the outside surface instead of 77 degrees like the
>>>>> others. I noticed it when I opened the package, and I checked it with
>>>>> the infrared thermometer we use for cooking. Is that a sign of
>>>>> anything bad?
>>>>>
>>>>> Thanks,
>>>>> Amita
>>>>
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Re: is it bad if an LI battery is warm out of the package?

[Amita Guha]

My husband gave them to me for Valentine's Day, and he hid them around
the house. One of them was under my mouse, which was warm. Looks like
that was the culprit. Sorry about the false alarm, and thanks for the
help! :) The battery is the same temp as the rest now. :)

On Sat, Feb 14, 2009 at 11:26 PM, John Mullan  wrote:
> Not enough information given.  You just got the batch, how long have you had
> them,  how did they arrive in your hands?  Did you transport them?  Could
> the suspect battery have been on the side of the package with sunlight
> exposure?  Did they arrive in a parcel, could a similar heating scenario be
> presented?  Have they been in one location long enough to have stabilized
> and the suspect battery really is warmer.   Just playing devil's advocate
> here.
>
> jm
> - Original Message - From: "David Savage" 
> To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" 
> Sent: Saturday, February 14, 2009 9:13 PM
> Subject: Re: is it bad if an LI battery is warm out of the package?
>
>
>> Probably.
>>
>> I suspect the batteries should only warm up under load (or when charging).
>>
>> There may be a short somewhere?
>>
>> Others more knowledgeable than myself may have a better idea.
>>
>> Cheers,
>>
>> Dave
>>
>> 2009/2/15 Amita Guha :
>>>
>>> I just got a batch of batteries for my Nikon kit, and it looks like
>>> one of them is 5 degrees warmer than the others. It's 82 degrees
>>> Farenheit on the outside surface instead of 77 degrees like the
>>> others. I noticed it when I opened the package, and I checked it with
>>> the infrared thermometer we use for cooking. Is that a sign of
>>> anything bad?
>>>
>>> Thanks,
>>> Amita
>>
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is it bad if an LI battery is warm out of the package?

[Amita Guha]

I just got a batch of batteries for my Nikon kit, and it looks like
one of them is 5 degrees warmer than the others. It's 82 degrees
Farenheit on the outside surface instead of 77 degrees like the
others. I noticed it when I opened the package, and I checked it with
the infrared thermometer we use for cooking. Is that a sign of
anything bad?

Thanks,
Amita

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Britain outlaws the photographing of police in action

[Amita Guha]

http://www.boingboing.net/2009/02/13/brits-rally-to-save.html

http://www.bjp-online.com/public/showPage.html?page=839141

Britons are planning on rallying at Scotland Yard on Feb 16 to protest
the new law that lets the cops throw you in jail for ten years for
photographing them in action, if your photo is "likely to be useful to
a person committing or preparing an act of terrorism."
http://www.boingboing.net/2009/02/13/brits-rally-to-save.html

 The National Union of Journalists, in association with British
Journal of Photography, has called for photographers to make their
voices heard at a rally on 16 February as a new law is introduced that
allows for the arrest - and potential imprisonment - of anyone who
takes pictures of police officers 'likely to be useful to a person
committing or preparing an act of terrorism'...
The NUJ has teamed up with Mark Thomas, a writer, broadcaster, comic
and political activisit, along with Chris Atkins, who is behind the
documentary Taking Liberties, and BJP for a 'photo opportunity'
outside New Scotland Yard on Monday 16 February. 'The plan is simple,
turn up with your camera and exercise your democratic right to take a
photograph in a public place,' says Marc Vallee, an NUJ member who
will be there on the day, and who himself clashed with police over the
right to photograph public events

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Re: Any one get any photo stuff from under the tree

[Amita Guha]

On Thu, Dec 25, 2008 at 12:15 PM, David J Brooks  wrote:
> Erin gave me a rather HUGE Lowprowe Pro Trekker II AW.
>
> I bought my self an SB 800 flash.

Hey Dave, congrats on the flash! It's a good one.

Nate got me the D90, so I put it through its paces today. I won't get
to see the shots on my computer till Saturday, but man, what a fun
camera.

Nate bought himself a G1 and both lenses for it about a month ago, and
I got him the cable release for it.

Godfrey, congratulations!

Amita

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Re: Union Square redux

[Amita Guha]

On Thu, Dec 18, 2008 at 3:53 PM, ann sanfedele  wrote:
>
> come visits sometime!  Ashley is getting cuter my the minute

I will come visit, after the holidays! That pic you posted of Ashley
is fantastic!

Amita

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Re: Union Square redux

[Amita Guha]

On Thu, Dec 18, 2008 at 4:07 PM, PN Stenquist  wrote:
> Nice shot, Ann. I don't remember those tents. In my Union Square days there
> was just a small farmer's market on the Broadway side of the park.

The tents are for the holiday fair on the south side of the park. The
farmer's market used to be on the north & west sides of the park, but
now it's just on the west side since they're doing construction, I
think for a new restaurant. It's sad because it used to be a great
farmer's market.

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Re: Happy holidays

[Amita Guha]

Thanks, Bill! Happy holidays to all of you, and may all your
photographic wishes come true. :)

Amita

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Re: Union Square redux

[Amita Guha]

>> It snowed a bit here today, but unfortunately not when I was on Union
>> Square
>>
>> http://annsan.smugmug.com/gallery/2564371_i3HHm/1/437909860_JJ6Z3/Large

Wow, that's a nice shot, Ann! Were you in one of the stores when you
took it? That Optio did very nicely.

Did you get to do any shopping at the holiday fair? I found quite a
few gifts there this year.

Amita

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Re: Who was the first PDML'er you met in person? (was: Today is Cesar's birthday)

[Amita Guha]

The first PDMLers I met must have been Herb and Ann; I think there was
some sort of group brunch and Metropolitan Museum walkabout. Although
I might have met each of them before then as well...

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Re: Wedding Photography Website

[Amita Guha]

On Wed, Dec 3, 2008 at 11:23 AM, Feroze <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Dreamweaver is hardly the best software for creating websites, it tends to
> bloat the html code with garbage, larger page sizes makes for inefficient
> page loads. You can edit your site with any html editor, even notepad. The
> most used style now to XHTML, css, js and for the future wml (wireless).

Actually, the code on Paul's site is pretty light. I've been using
Dreamweaver for years and haven't had too many problems with bloated
code, although I always use it in the split Design/Code view and
mainly use it as a code editor. I find DW much more of a help than a
hindrance, although I'd never use it to generate Javascript, and I
hate its CSS editor.

Amita

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Re: Off topic rant

[Amita Guha]

On Tue, Dec 2, 2008 at 3:54 AM, Bob W <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> Terrorist alert - not necessarily a terrorist attack. We get a lot of
> transport chaos days in London when the system is clogged up for hours.
> Whether its because of a bomb alert or something else we generally show our
> unwillingness to buckle to threats and chaos by adopting a blitzkrieg spirit
> and 'working from home today'.

Same thing happens in NY, although not that often lately.

Glad to hear you're ok, Boris!

Amita

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FS Friday - Nikon stuff

[Amita Guha]

Sorry about the Nikon post. I'm selling two items this week, not on ebay yet:

Battery grip for the D200. Box, AA insert and manual included. Barely
used. $125.

A KirkPhoto Arca-Swiss mount L-bracket for the D200 + grip.  $115.

Discount pricing if you buy both.

Amita

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FS Friday: a digicam and an image tank

[Amita Guha]

I have two auctions on ebay this week. Both items in excellent condition.

Leica D-Lux 3:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270301668263

Epson P-4000 image tank:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270301676059

Amita

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Re: OT - Sat Nav devices

[Amita Guha]

On Thu, Nov 13, 2008 at 4:49 PM, Cotty <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Throwing this to the list because there is  no better place to ask.
>
> I'm after a satnav for the Mrs. Must be cheap and simple, foolproof. Any
> recommendations?

Nate loves his Garmin Nuvi. I think he wants to leave me and marry it.

Amita

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Re: Message to Our American Friends

[Amita Guha]

Wow. Good for you. I wish I had seen lines like that. I made it to the
polls late, and only had three people ahead of me, but some of the
other lines at my polling place were at least 1/2 hour long.

I think I probably voted for the same person you did. :)


On Tue, Nov 4, 2008 at 11:35 AM, ann sanfedele <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I got up at 5:15 am - took point and shoot camera just in case... got to my
> polling place about 6:10 am  and was pleased to see that I had to spend an
> hour in line then came home and went back to bed.  Thank goodness we
> still have the old lever type of polling booth here...everyone knew
> how they worked.
>
> And you all know who I voted forat least all of you who know me :-)
>
> OUtside the polling spot there was a video truck and a gaggle of news types
> trying to get
> their sophisticated gear to work... struggling with endless cables and wires
> next to an
> enormous pile of black garbage bags.
> Seemed to me no one in line was complaining about the wait.. it was
> thrilling.
>
> ann in NYC
>
>
> frank theriault wrote:
>
>> Today's the big day.
>>
>> Remember that who you vote for will affect not only your country, but
>> the rest of the world.
>>
>> Vote intelligently.  Vote carefully.  Vote properly.
>>
>> Make history.
>>
>> cheers,
>> frank
>>
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Re: GESO: San Francisco

[Amita Guha]

Glad you guys enjoyed my gallery!

Jack: yes, we attended the Blue Angels show at Fleet Week. It was our
first airshow and we really enjoyed it.

Bob: This was our first time in San Francisco, and we loved it out
there. Can't wait to go back.

Amita
http://sunny16.zenfolio.com/p249448256/

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GESO: San Francisco

[Amita Guha]

Just put up the gallery from my San Francisco trip a month ago. Sorry,
it's all Nikon gear except for the crappy waterproof Oly I use for
kayaking. :)

http://sunny16.zenfolio.com/p249448256/

I just got a new Wacom tablet and I used it and the trial version of
Lightroom 2 (along with PS) to edit this batch. They both made
processing a lot easier and more fun.

I'd actually love to hear opinions on this photo:
http://sunny16.zenfolio.com/p249448256/h2a323a66#h2a323a66

I like the composition but I can't decide if it's too backlit to be a
successful shot.

Thanks,
Amita

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Re: Lightroom tips?

[Amita Guha]

On Fri, Oct 24, 2008 at 9:33 PM, Cory Waters <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Who would like to share some tips, how-tos, or links for a total lightroom
> noob?

When I first started with Lightroom, the online video tutorials I
watched helped a lot. Here are a few:
http://whibalhost.com/_Tutorials/Photoshop_LR/01/
http://www.layersmagazine.com/category/lightroom/
http://www.photoshopcafe.com/lightroom/index.html
http://blogs.adobe.com/jnack/2008/02/a_wealth_of_lig.html

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Re: Photowalking with a Digital Native

[Amita Guha]

On Mon, Oct 27, 2008 at 12:48 PM, frank theriault
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> When film was a precious
> commodity, one had to be more deliberate and thoughtful about the
> whole process, which is a good thing.

Indeed. Nate bought me my first dSLR, the *istD, because he saw me
deliberately not taking shots in order to conserve film. (I was out of
work at the time.)

However, the flip side is that I now have over 1,700 exposures from a
week in San Francisco to go through. Ugh. :)

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Re: Camera Envy

[Amita Guha]

On Thu, Oct 16, 2008 at 7:06 PM, Adam Maas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> On Thu, Oct 16, 2008 at 6:54 PM, Amita Guha <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>> On Thu, Oct 16, 2008 at 6:18 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>>>
>>> I'd not want to haul that large a camera around much, not for what I like to
>>> do. It's simply too big, and I don't need that level of capture speed. The
>>> D700 seems a lot nicer for my needs, but even it is much bigger than what I
>>> normally carry.
>>
>> I'm actually probably gonna buy a D90 this year for when I don't need
>> the power & size of the D200.
>>
>
> You might not pick up the D200 again after trying the D90, it's a lot
> more camera in many ways, the D200's only real advantages are build, a
> more configurable (but no faster) AF system and metering with non-cpu
> lenses.

I saw the D90 today at Photo Plus. It looks like a great little
camera, and I'm definitely going to get one, probably early next year.

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Re: What do you all think of the micro 4/3 system?

[Amita Guha]

My husband is looking at the micro 4/3 as the ultimate
carry-everywhere digicam. He has been wanting a digi with full manual
control for quite some time, so he's very keen on these little
cameras. The G1's shutter preview, in particular, sounds very useful.

I also like the idea of two or three reputable "non-third-party"
camera companies putting out lenses for the same mount. It's an
interesting way for them to compete with the big boys.

Nate is right now trying to convince me to get a G1 instead of the D90
I want. :) I imagine we'll be starting a micro 4/3 system within a
year.

Amita

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Re: Camera Envy

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On Thu, Oct 16, 2008 at 7:06 PM, Adam Maas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> You might not pick up the D200 again after trying the D90, it's a lot
> more camera in many ways, the D200's only real advantages are build, a
> more configurable (but no faster) AF system and metering with non-cpu
> lenses.

I'm looking forward to trying it at Photo Plus next week. The D90 will
be an upgrade from my D50, which I bought mainly for its size. I guess
if I prefer the D90 to the D200, I can always sell the D200 for a
D300, right? :) I don't anticipate using the D90 much; mainly in city
shooting situations where I don't need the sealed body, etc.

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Re: Camera Envy

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On Thu, Oct 16, 2008 at 6:18 PM, Godfrey DiGiorgi <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> I'd not want to haul that large a camera around much, not for what I like to
> do. It's simply too big, and I don't need that level of capture speed. The
> D700 seems a lot nicer for my needs, but even it is much bigger than what I
> normally carry.

I'm actually probably gonna buy a D90 this year for when I don't need
the power & size of the D200.

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Re: Camera Envy

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On Thu, Oct 16, 2008 at 5:45 PM, David J Brooks <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> Non the less, i'd still liek to try a D300 or D700 and see how they perform.

I got to play with a friend's new D3. It wasn't nearly as big &
difficult to handle as I thought it would be. It was quite comfortable
in the hands, and it handled like a dream. I'd love to have one -
among other features, I find the ability to alternate between two
cards at once to be quite cool, although I have no need for it. Maybe
I need to start shooting weddings...

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Re: NorCal - Blue Angels this weekend

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On Thu, Oct 9, 2008 at 3:20 PM, John Celio <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Just a heads-up: it's Fleet Week in San Francisco, and the Blue Angels
> are going to be doing their shows this weekend.  As always, I'll be out
> there with my K500 4.5, trying to catch the cross-overs at just the
> right moment.  If anyone wants to meet up, let me know.

Sorry I missed you, John. Nate and I were in San Francisco all last
week and we caught the Angels on both Thursday and Friday. On Thursday
we were down at Fisherman's Wharf, and on Friday we ended up by the
Marina. I was carrying my old Nikon D50, which did surprisingly well
at tracking with my 70-300mm. I'll post some shots as soon as I
process them. I got some nice ones with the Golden Gate in the
background and things like that.

Amita

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Re: gatherings

[Amita Guha]

On Wed, Aug 20, 2008 at 4:42 PM, Cotty <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> On 20/8/08, Scott Loveless, discombobulated, unleashed:
>
 It seems this year has been rather short on PDML gatherings.  What's up
 with that?  And who wants to invite me over for dinner?
>>>
>>> I fancy an NYPDML - anyone keen?
>>>
>>> Dates I can make:
>>>
>>> week of October 13
>>>
>>> week of November 17


Hey, is there still going to be an NYPDML this month? Cotty? Scott?

Amita

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Re: PESO: What is the middle Object?

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On Wed, Jul 23, 2008 at 11:51 AM, Walter Hamler <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I shot this back in June 1978. It is a close conjunction of Saturn and
> Mars. I shot 5 frames and one frame had the object shown here between
> the two planets. I believe it is a meteor caught just as it was
> entering the atmosphere. The exposure was maybe 2 seconds on B&W Tech
> Pan film.
>
> Walt
>
> http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/Saturn-and-Marsweb.jpg

Great shot, Walt! Could it be a comet? Is the sun to the left of the frame?

Amita

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Re: my new, new photoblog

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On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 10:43 AM, David J Brooks <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 8:25 AM, Amita Guha <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>> Thanks! Are you not getting along with your D200?
>
> Clarity and focus issues.
>
Sorry to hear about that. Yep, sounds like you need to have it
serviced. Hope Nikon fixes it for you quickly!

Amita

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Re: my new, new photoblog

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Thanks! Are you not getting along with your D200?

On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 6:25 AM, David J Brooks <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I like backlight and Claudios parking.:-)
>
> You seem to be getting a lot better results from your D200 than I am.
>
> :-(
>
> Dave

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Re: my new, new photoblog

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Thanks! This is a photoblog, so there's no need to write so much. :)
Some people on Shutterchance write a lot with their photos. I'll
probably write more when I feel a photo needs more explanation.

On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 8:12 AM, Bob Sullivan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Amita,
> Nice pictures, little text.
> I thought a blog would have more words.
> Regards,  Bob S.
>
> On Mon, Jul 7, 2008 at 12:30 AM, Amita Guha <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>> A few weeks ago I took a crack at building a photoblog using
>> Wordpress. Problem is, it felt way too much like work to me, (I'm in
>> the web industry), so a week ago I started trying a photoblogging
>> service called Shutterchance:
>> http://www.shutterchance.com/
>>
>> It's very easy to add a photo to your blog. The only limitation is
>> that you can only have one photo display for any given date. When
>> viewing a blog, mouse over any photo and you get the camera and
>> exposure settings of the image, if there are any. Right now I'm on the
>> free version of the service, but I guess when I hit 30 images I'll
>> have to start paying for hosting. Here's my blog:
>> http://sunny16nyc.shutterchance.com/
>>
>> Enjoy!
>>
>> Amita
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my new, new photoblog

[Amita Guha]

A few weeks ago I took a crack at building a photoblog using
Wordpress. Problem is, it felt way too much like work to me, (I'm in
the web industry), so a week ago I started trying a photoblogging
service called Shutterchance:
http://www.shutterchance.com/

It's very easy to add a photo to your blog. The only limitation is
that you can only have one photo display for any given date. When
viewing a blog, mouse over any photo and you get the camera and
exposure settings of the image, if there are any. Right now I'm on the
free version of the service, but I guess when I hit 30 images I'll
have to start paying for hosting. Here's my blog:
http://sunny16nyc.shutterchance.com/

Enjoy!

Amita

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Re: Big Picture blog

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On Thu, Jun 19, 2008 at 1:25 PM, Bob Sullivan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Amita,
> You folks
> back east wouldn't call these rivers. They normally look a lot more
> like streams!

I was under the impression that most things out west are bigger than
they are here, or is that just the Mississippi? :) Looks like at least
three rivers are flooding; is that correct?

> These people are resourceful, but they're not wealthy or insured.

Things do seem to be a bit more under control than they were in New
Orleans; I hope the people there fare better in the long run than the
Katrina refugees.

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Big Picture blog

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I don't know if this has already been posted here. The Boston Globe's
website now has a blog of large photos, 990x605, of current events.
The shots of the Iowa flood are heartbreaking.
http://www.boston.com/bigpicture/

Amita

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Re: Sigma 10-20 vs Pentax 12-24

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Timber, there was just a thread on this topic on April 22 - 23 if you
check the archives. :)

Amita

On Tue, May 6, 2008 at 5:45 PM, Timber <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Hi list!
>
>  I am planning to buy a WIDE angle lens. I am hesitating between the
>  Sigma 10-20 and the Pentax 12-24 (maybe Pentax 10-17 Fisheye)
>
>  As the price the Pentax 12-24 is almost 2 times as the Sigma 10-20 but
>  as I read the reviews both are good lens. Actually I am wondering if the
>  Pentax one worths it's price compared to the Sigma one or should I go
>  for the Sigma? Is there any noticeable IQ or CA advantage to the Pentax?
>  Some says the Sigma becomes best if stopped down... but I would like to
>  have a lens which is good at wide open too.
>
>  So any advice? Is the Pentax that much better than the Sigma as the
>  price shows or not? :D
>
>  Thanks,
>  .t
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Re: Convenient backpack: travel camera set + laptop - Fastpack250

[Amita Guha]

Thanks, Bob! This is very helpful.

Tenba is located in Westchester, probably a doable commuting distance
for me, and I've thought about approaching them about trying to get a
job or an internship there to see what the business is like, but I'd
be afraid of having to sign a noncompete agreement. :)

Amita


On Thu, Apr 24, 2008 at 12:15 AM, Bob Sullivan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Amita,
>
>  I just acquired a Tenba messenger bag and like it.
>  Good features - it can hold my laptop as a travel bag.
>  The top zipper open is very handy for total access to contents.
>  It has lots of pockets with 2 zippered pockets on the front.
>  It is fitted with a special tray inside for camera/lens protection.
>  It can easily carry the K20D, some lenses, and a flash.
>  If you leave the 6-7 pound computer out, it is a comfortable carry bag.
>  Also, it has a handle on top so you can carry like a satchel.
>  Could be better with - too few zipper pockets inside, and not deep enough.
>  (I'm afraid of stuff dropping out.)  Several magazine size pockets??!
>
>  This bag currently holds the K20D, the 100 and 200mm macros, a couple
>  or 3 limited lenses,
>  the K20D instruction book, 2 extra batteries, 2 extra sdhc cards, and
>  some lens cleaning supplies and big bulb blower.
>  It could hold more - flash, a spare body & A300/4 in cases.
>
>  My other strategy is to just carry a small 6x8x4 inch Eagle Creek bag.
>  I fill it with 3 limited lenses and an A20/2.8 with the K20D & 16-45/4
>  around my neck.
>  The bag has a front pocket for batteries, sd cards, and cleaning stuff 
> w/blower.
>  On the back, there is a pocket for the instructions.
>
>  Either bag works well for carrying in public and on transit.
>  Neither screams CAMERA BAG, but obviously carry valuables.
>  The Tenba bag does well on flights, not just out to my car and back.
>  I put the laptop in the checked luggage and carry the camera stuff with me.
>  What I usually take is just too damned expensive to trust in the luggage.
>  (TSA opens the checked baggage every time to check the laptop.)
>
>  Hope this helps.  Regards,  Bob S.
>
>
>
>  On Wed, Apr 23, 2008 at 9:11 PM, William Robb <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>  >
>  > - Original Message -
>  > From: "Godfrey DiGiorgi"
>  > Subject: Re: Convenient backpack: travel camera set + laptop - Fastpack250
>  >
>  >
>  >
>  > >
>  > > Like most backpacks, I find it useless to carry a bag like this for
>  > > working, but for getting through an airport it's a great thing.
>  > >
>  >
>  > It really depends on the kit you are working with. I ended up with a 
> backpackable type case for
>  > my 4x5 kit, and a backpack for my 6x7, simply because of the weight 
> issues. My 4x5 kit was
>  > something in the range of 25 pounds, IIRC, plus a 12 pound tripod, I think 
> my 6x7 kit was in the
>  > same range.
>  > I wan't carrying an extraordinary amount of gear with the 4x5, a Tachihara 
> body, 4 lenses, a
>  > Zone VI meter, a bunch of gel filters, a dark cloth and 20 or so film 
> holders (which was the
>  > bulk of the weight). There was no way in hell that amount of weight can be 
> carried in a shoulder
>  > bag.
>  > OTOH, if all you are carrying is a junior sized camera and a few little 
> lenses, a shoulder bag
>  > is ideal.
>  >
>  > William Robb
>  >
>  >
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Re: Convenient backpack: travel camera set + laptop - Fastpack250

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I don't feel that there are many bags that work well in an urban
environment, either functionally or aesthetically. I like Crumpler's
shoulder bags for aesthetics, but there's no room in them for extra
stuff like my wallet, a book and other things I need on the subway. So
many bags I've seen seem to be made for car travel. It is hard to find
a bag with security features like interior zippered pockets, etc. I'm
also going to try to use as many recycled materials as possible. I
realize Lowepro is already doing this, but it's good for the
environment.

I like Lowepro's bags a lot (I must have at least six of 'em), and
this new Fastpack series looks awfully close to what I've been looking
for, but I need to look at it in person. Lowepro's bags still usually
look like you're going out hiking in the woods, and the ones that
don't just look very corporate (like ThinkTank's).

Thanks for all your input. It is very helpful. I understand your
distinction between having a bag for transport and having one for
working out of. I've come up against this in airplane travel and I'm
planning to address it in a future bag or series of bags.

I have no idea if I'll actually be able to make money on this - I need
to do a business plan and such - but I'm going to try I've been
thinking about doing this for a few years. I lost my job recently and
this seems like a good time to give it a go.

Amita

On Wed, Apr 23, 2008 at 3:26 PM, Bob W <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
>  Presumably you think that there is a gap in the market. Can you let us
>  know what the current range of bags don't do that they should, or that
>  yours could do better? I'm intrigued that in such a crowded market you
>  think there's still an opening.
>
>  Anyway I hope you make millions of bucks. Here, for what it's worth,
>  are my thoughts.
>
>  I think you need to be absolutely sure about whether the bag is meant
>  for transport or for working out of - the requirements are very
>  different. I tend to use a Pelican case for transport, and a shoulder
>  bag for working from. A transport bag needs good padding, packability
>  etc. whereas a working bag doesn't need padding (except on the base),
>  but it does need ease of use, particularly opening and closing. You
>  shouldn't have to mess around when taking things in and out of a
>  working bag; it's less important for a transport bag. My thoughts
>  below are for a working bag.
>
>  Canvas is the best material to use. Not only is it durable and water &
>  dust resistant, it is also more comfortable against your body during
>  hot or humid weather. Materials like nylon tend to be very sweaty if
>  you've been carrying them all day.
>
>  You should be able to open and close all the flaps quickly and easily
>  with one hand. For me the Domke metal clips are perfect for this, and
>  their bags are very good in having only one clip for the main flap.
>  Compare this with, for example, a LowePro S&F bag I have which uses 2
>  clips for the main flap, and the clips cannot be fastened easily with
>  one hand (although they can be unfastened with one).
>  http://www.photographyreview.com/cat/camera-cases/soft-case/lowepro/PR
>  D_84140_3124crx.aspx
>
>  I would prefer not to use Velcro for keeping flaps closed - it's too
>  noisy when you tear it apart. This is a failing of most bags,
>  including Domke.
>
>  It should be easy to secure the bag to a bicycle in a way that it is
>  stable and doesn't unbalance the bike. Ideally it would be possible to
>  use the camera bag as a saddle bag similar to a Carradice, but with a
>  quicker release.
>
>  It's not necessary for a working bag to be able to hold tons of stuff.
>  You will be carrying it for hours in hot, sweaty conditions, so you
>  will want to keep things light by reducing the amount of stuff you
>  carry. At most 2 bodies with attached lenses (wide & long zooms) with
>  one extra lens, small flash head, light meter, notebook & pen, a small
>  book (eg travel guide or map), a bit of food and perhaps a water
>  bottle attachment.
>
>  Bob
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Re: Off-list (Re: Convenient backpack: travel camera set + laptop - Fastpack250)

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Thanks, Jostein! :)

Please do email me with any ideas you have.

David, thanks for the reference. I wasn't going to say anything. ;)

Amita

On Wed, Apr 23, 2008 at 10:42 AM, AlunFoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> ok...
>  Wrong address, but the cat's out of the bag.
>
>  Amita is indeed quite capable of designing her own websites.
>
>  Good luck on your endeavours, Amita. I just might take you up very
>  seriously on some ideas for photo backpacks.
>
>  Best,
>  Jostein
>
>
>  2008/4/23 AlunFoto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>:
>
>
> > Hi Dave!
>  >
>  > Love your reply to Amita... :-)
>  >
>  > You know she's a web designer by profession? :-)
>  >
>  > Cheers,
>  > Jostein
>  >
>  > 2008/4/23 David Savage <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>:
>  > > Amita,
>  > >
>  > > When you get your range all sorted & you start looking for someone to
>  > > design your website/e-store consider these guys:
>  > >
>  > > 
>  > >
>  > > Apparently they are very good...
>  > >
>  > > ...or something.
>  > >
>  > > Cheers,
>  > >
>  > > Dave
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Re: Convenient backpack: travel camera set + laptop - Fastpack250

[Amita Guha]

Thanks for sharing this with us, Igor.

I am working on developing my own line of camera bags. My project is
still in its infancy, but I'm working with a designer on some concepts
I've had in my head for a while. I'd love to hear any other ideas you
guys would like to see implemented in a camera bag.

Amita

On Tue, Apr 22, 2008 at 2:10 PM, Igor Roshchin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
>  I've been busy recently, so I couldn't read PDML much.
>  However, I thought I'd report my first experience with Lowepro Fastpack 250.
>  http://products.lowepro.com/product/Fastpack-250,2086.htm
>  This is based on a 3-day trip.
>
>  I bought this for the trips that are not specifically photography-
>  related, but where I want to take with me both my camera and my laptop.
>  It is a new model, released just earlier this year.
>  This image shows the main advantage of it compared to other similar
>  dual-purpose bags, easy access to the camera:
>  http://products.lowepro.com/CatalogImages/18-2086-IMG3L.jpeg
>  You can reach the camera without opening the entire photo compartment -
>  from the side, similarly to "slimshot" bags.
>  There is actually an additional removable divider that can support the
>  camera with a shorter lens attached.
>
>  Nice cusion at the bottom and everywhere seems to provide very good
>  protection for the camera and the laptop. I also like that the
>  weight distribution tends to land this backpack upright.
>
>  In the photo-gear compartment, you can fit a camera body with a medium
>  size zoom lens attached, plus 2-4 primes (or 1-3 and a flash).
>  (Of course, if you try to put 200 or 300mm lenses, you might not be
>  able fit as many primes)
>  It feels well on the back - even when held over just one shoulder.
>
>  I like it, and it's a keeper.
>  Also, it is rather reasonably priced at $90 at Amazon, B&H, etc.
>
>  The main thing that is missing is some type of side pocket where
>  one can tack away the waist-level belt when it is not in use.
>
>  Other optional suggestions I'd have include a slightly larger pocket
>  on the shoulder strap. The present one is a bit too narrow to fit
>  a cell phone.
>
>  There is a slightly bigger brother, Fastpack 350, but to me it was
>  already a bit too big.
>
>  I hope this is helpful to some people on the list.
>  Feel free to contact me if you have further questions.
>  (I am not associated with LowePro or whatever related.)
>
>  Igor
>
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Re: Sigma AF 10-20mm f4-5.6 EX, Anyone?

[Amita Guha]

I had the Sigma on my *istD, and I loved it. Never compared it to the
Pentax, but it's the only one of its kind that goes out to 10mm, so I
never considered anything else. I liked it so much that it was one of
the first lenses I bought when I ,*ahem*, switched to Nikon.

Here are some shots of it on the *istD:
http://sunny16.zenfolio.com/p725588695/?photo=h322BF256#876418639

http://sunny16.zenfolio.com/p725588695/?photo=h322BF256#995124708

http://sunny16.zenfolio.com/p725588695/?photo=h322BF256#841740886

http://sunny16.zenfolio.com/p875678593/?photo=h27603AC4#660617924

http://sunny16.zenfolio.com/p1023622186/?photo=h2D9A0CC8#765070536

http://sunny16.zenfolio.com/p1023622186/?photo=h2D9A0CC8#724594808

Amita

On Tue, Apr 22, 2008 at 9:41 PM, Beaker <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
>
>  Has anyone used a Sigma AF 10-20mm f4-5.6 EX? Or compared it with a
>  Pentax 12-24 mm?
>  Is it a worthy addition to the camera bag?
>
>  Cheers
>  Beaker
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Re: a chance for free photoshop CS3

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Thanks for making me waste a whole hour, Brian. ;) That is an awesome blog.

Amita

On Wed, Apr 16, 2008 at 10:58 AM, Bran Everseeking
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> My favourite blogger that I do not know in person is giving away a copy
>  of photoshop cs3.
>
>  she is asking what kind of kit people use and will be selecting
>  randomly from the comments.  there are far too few Pentax folks
>  represented.
>
>  http://thepioneerwoman.com/photography/
>
>  of course you should not go to her cooking blog if you do not want to
>  gain mass just reading nor should you read her confessions blog if you
>  dislike laughter.
>
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Re: Photographer's rights - UK

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I remember getting some suspicious looks from security guards when I
was shooting the Gherkin. NYC cops aren't any better though.

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Re: PESO: Justin @ 8 months

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The look on Justin's face in the first one, and his pose, are
priceless. You can just see his little personality shining through. :)
Well done!

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Re: Pets in your home, photos and fee

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When Nate wants to shoot the cats, I stand behind him and wave my
fingers over his head, sometimes while whistling at them or whatever
to get their attention. It works pretty well at getting them looking
in the direction of the lens. Treats are good as well if you want them
to stay in one place while you shoot. Just give them a couple wherever
your setup is and they will stay there for at least a few moments.
Good luck & have fun!

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Re: Mulder

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Sorry to hear about your loss, Cory. He looks like a real sweetie.

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Re: Why i don't shoot weddings.

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I think she meant she'd like to shoot a wedding for fun as a guest. :)
I've done it, always with the permission of the paid photographer, and
it is fun when the pressure's off.

On Sat, Mar 8, 2008 at 1:45 PM, Bruce Dayton <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Hello Rebekah,
>
>  I have to chuckle, you don't shoot weddings for enjoyment...that is
>  for guests.  I can say that after shooting a bunch, it does seem less
>  stressful, or perhaps you are able to handle the stress much better.
>
>  --
>  Best regards,
>  Bruce
>
>
>  Saturday, March 8, 2008, 6:28:35 AM, you wrote:
>
>  R> ouch.  I'd love to shoot a wedding, but not as the official
>  R> photographer, more for my own enjoyment.  That sure seems like a
>  R> weighty responsibility!
>
>
>  R> rg2
>
>
>
>  R> On 3/8/08, David J Brooks <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>  >> Had a beer with a friend last night. They were at a relatives wedding
>  >> last month, and the wife of a brother  was asked to
>  >> do the wedding photos.
>  >>
>  >> She has some sort of a non P&S camera i'm lead to believe.:-)
>  >>
>  >> Anyway, he tells me last night, that NONE of the photos she took came
>  >> out, Unknown if she shot film or digital, but i suspect film if
>  >> it took this long to find out.
>  >>
>  >> As expected, they are pissed, and a family row is now in full swing.
>  >>
>  >> Dave
>  >>
>  >> --
>  >> Equine Photography
>  >> www.caughtinmotion.com
>  >> http://brooksinthecountry.blogspot.com/
>  >> Ontario Canada
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looking for an old PUG photo

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This is going to sound weird, but does anyone remember a photo in a
previous PUG of two ladybugs mating on a flower? I want to show it to
a friend of mine. I just spent some time digging around the archives
and couldn't find it.

Thanks,
Amita

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Re: PESO: Antarctica Slide Scan

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Gorgeous! Why were you in Antartica, Walt? It is one of the places I'd
like to visit someday.

On Sat, Mar 1, 2008 at 5:19 PM, Walter Hamler <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v699/newtmaker/Lake-Vanda-Antarctica.jpg
>
>  This is one of the slides I had scanned at Costco.
>  It shows Dr. Sam Travis, Univ. of Nebraska (1977) pointing out Lake
>  Vanda in the Dry Valleys, Antarctica.
>  It had been so long that I had viewed some of these slides I am slowly
>  recollecting some of the places and people involved.
>  Damn sure is terrible to get so old and forgetful!
>
>  Walt
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Re: K20D PEF Files On a Mac?

[Amita Guha]

Do you have the latest version of Adobe's Camera RAW installed?
Adobe's usually very good about keeping up to date on the various RAW
formats, and PEF has been around for a while nowin fact, Lightroom
can read all the PEFs from my old *stD

On Sat, Mar 1, 2008 at 9:08 PM, Jay Taylor <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Does anyone know how to convert PEF files to DNG's? I can't get the
>  freakin' Pentax software to install on my Mac.
>  Lightroom can't read em, nor can PS3/Bridge or Bibble.
>
>  Thanks,
>  Jay
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any Pentax folks in Boston?

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Nate and I need to go up to Boston next weekend for a night. We're
staying in Brookline. Are there any Pentax people up there?

Amita

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Re: best configuration of a Mac Pro for photo processing?

[Amita Guha]

Thanks for the help, everyone! I think for now I'm going to go 8-core,
single 500GB disk, 2GB RAM and take it from there.

Amita

On Jan 16, 2008 6:33 PM, Brendan MacRae <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
>
> --- Amita Guha <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> > Now that Macworld is over, I can buy my Mac. I'm
> > going to get a Mac
> > Pro, and I'm trying to figure out the configuration.
> > I want to be able
> > to run PhotoShop, Lightroom, and a bunch of other
> > applications without
> > any performance problems. Chances are slim that I
> > will delve into
> > video editing or anything like that, although I
> > suppose anything is
> > possible. I checked on DPreview and some people
> > recommended the
> > following:
> >
> > Single quad core motherboard
> > 6 to 8 Gb RAM
> > 3 hard drives - one for apps, one for data & one for
> > a scratch disk for PS
> >
> > My coworkers think this is overkill and say I should
> > start with a
> > basic machine and add on as necessary. The basic Mac
> > Pro is now
> > 2 quad core MBS (the single quad core is cheaper)
> > with 2GB RAM and a 350GB HD.
> >
> > What do you guys think? There seems to be some
> > debate over whether
> > Photoshop can even make use of multiple processors,
> > so I'm fine with
> > going with the single quad core MB, but I'm not sure
> > about the rest.
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Amita
> >
>
> Amita,
>
> I got one last year and loaded it up with 4 drives and
> 5 gigs of RAM. This is the first version with 2X
> dual-core Xenon "Woodcrest" 3Ghz chips. I run CS2 and
> I am pleased with the performance. I am able to open
> 300-500 Meg sized scans with little effort. Processing
> is usually pretty quick.
>
> Your machine will have quad core chips. I would expect
> the typical leap in performance with these. Also, if
> you're going to run CS3, it may run a tad faster than
> CS2.
>
> -Brendan
>
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Re: best configuration of a Mac Pro for photo processing?

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On Jan 16, 2008 1:20 PM, Mat Maessen <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I'd say you'd be fine for the moment at
> least with 4 GB of RAM at a max. If you need to upgrade later, buy
> aftermarket RAM.

Good to know. Thanks!

> Make sure to add a good monitor onto the system. I love my 23 inch
> Cinema Display. It's sharp, bright, and calibrates up nicely with the
> Colorvision Spyder I have.

Yep! I just ordered the Samsung Syncmaster 245T. It's 24 inches and is
supposed to be good for design work.

Amita

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best configuration of a Mac Pro for photo processing?

[Amita Guha]

Now that Macworld is over, I can buy my Mac. I'm going to get a Mac
Pro, and I'm trying to figure out the configuration. I want to be able
to run PhotoShop, Lightroom, and a bunch of other applications without
any performance problems. Chances are slim that I will delve into
video editing or anything like that, although I suppose anything is
possible. I checked on DPreview and some people recommended the
following:

Single quad core motherboard
6 to 8 Gb RAM
3 hard drives - one for apps, one for data & one for a scratch disk for PS

My coworkers think this is overkill and say I should start with a
basic machine and add on as necessary. The basic Mac Pro is now
2 quad core MBS (the single quad core is cheaper) with 2GB RAM and a 350GB HD.

What do you guys think? There seems to be some debate over whether
Photoshop can even make use of multiple processors, so I'm fine with
going with the single quad core MB, but I'm not sure about the rest.

Thanks,
Amita

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Re: Low light prime

[Amita Guha]

Back when I was looking for a constant f/2.8 in that range, I emailed
Tamron asking them if they would ever make one for Pentax, and they
told me no.


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Re: Low light prime

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Not sure I can quantify the difference...the images out of the 17-50
just don't seem to "pop" the way the ones from the 28-75 did, for me
at least. Keep in mind that I used them on 2 different bodies: the
28-75 on the *istD and the17-50 on the D200. I'm considering selling
the 17-50 and maybe at some point getting the Nikon 17-55 if I feel
the need. I agree, at 1/3 the cost of the Nikon, the Tam is a great
value, which is why I got it instead, but I just don't like it as
much.

Amita

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> INteresting, I would have said the 17-50 is as good as the 28-75,
> certainly the two examples I've had the chance to try were. (It also
> does well in comparison to the Nikon 17-55, not quite the equal, but
> 1/3 the cost).
>
> -Adam
>
>
> On 1/6/08, Amita Guha <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > Nor is the Tamron as good as its 28-75mm brother. I had the Sigma
> > 18-50mm f/2.8 in K mount, and it worked just fine, although I didn't
> > love it.
> >
> > On Jan 6, 2008 6:49 PM, Adam Maas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > > The Tamron 17-50 isn't available in K mount.
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Re: Low light prime

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Nor is the Tamron as good as its 28-75mm brother. I had the Sigma
18-50mm f/2.8 in K mount, and it worked just fine, although I didn't
love it.

On Jan 6, 2008 6:49 PM, Adam Maas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
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Re: Don't (try to) fly with loose batteries

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Thanks for that article, Perry! That clears things up.

On Jan 4, 2008 10:39 AM, Perry Pellechia <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> This regulation is intended to limit pretty large batteries.  This
> article should ease fear for most of us except someone like Cotty who
> needs to lug huge rechargables for video.
>
> http://www.cnet.com/8301-13556_1-9839984-61.html?part=rss&subj=news&tag=2547-1_3-0-5
>
> Bottom line is:
> "There is no limit on batteries below the 100 watt-hour limit in
> carry-on luggage."
>
> Of course finding a TSA agent that understands this (or anything else
> for tha matter) could be a problem.
>
>
>
> On Jan 4, 2008 12:54 AM, Amita Guha <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > How the heck are you supposed to find out how much lithium content
> > your battery has? And how would the TSA monkeys know? Would they
> > accept a printout from the web as proof?
> >
> >
> > On Jan 3, 2008 1:35 PM, John Francis <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
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> > >   http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/assistant/batteries.shtm
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Re: Don't (try to) fly with loose batteries

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How the heck are you supposed to find out how much lithium content
your battery has? And how would the TSA monkeys know? Would they
accept a printout from the web as proof?

On Jan 3, 2008 1:35 PM, John Francis <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
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>   http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/assistant/batteries.shtm

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Re: Low light prime

[Amita Guha]

I really loved my 50 1.4, so I vote for that one. (The Nikkor 50 1.4
is also very nice if you go that route, but not as good as the
Pentax).

Amita

On Jan 3, 2008 2:35 PM, David J Brooks <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Thanks. Looks like i can get a 50 1.4 at Henrys. They would just have
> to order it in for me, as the store i deal with has none and most of
> them are in the extreme West end of the city or east end of the
> province.:-)
>
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Re: OT - guitar recommendation solicitation

[Amita Guha]

We have a Yamaha that is well within your price range for that doesn't
sound half bad.Ultimately I got a 3/4 Ibanez for less than $500 that
sounds fine for what it is. I imagine the more expensive, full-size
ones sound even better.

Amita

On Jan 2, 2008 12:10 AM, Scott Loveless <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Hey, gang.  I've been out of the music loop for quite a few years.  Used
> to play bass in a handful of bands.  Even made a couple bucks doing it.
>   (When I say "couple", I mean it.)  I sold my Fender Jazz a couple
> years back and now I have nothing.
>
> Looking to pick up an acoustic guitar (of the six string variety).
> Nothing too fancy, but not department store junk, either.  Was wondering
> if a few of you could recommend something in the sub-$500 range.  I'm
> specifically not looking for "signature" guitars, acoustic-electrics, or
> anything funky.  Just the standard, run of the mill, boring guitar that
> doesn't sound like shit.
>
> This should be easy to pick out, but the local guitar shops are run by
> jerks (has anyone ever been to a guitar shop that wasn't?) and I'd just
> assume order the damn thing.  So any ideas are most welcome.  Thanks!
>
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Re: FS Friday: random items

[Amita Guha]

Yep, I like to keep 'em guessing. ;)

Amita

On Dec 7, 2007 3:19 PM, David J Brooks <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Hard to tell from this, what system you have now.
>
> LOL
>
> Dave
>
>
> On Dec 7, 2007 1:45 PM, Amita Guha <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > Here is a link to my ebay auctions for this week:
> > http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZbfift2girl
> >
> > Pentax S80-80 lens case for D-FA 50mm Macro or 55mm f/2.8
> > Pentax PH-RBB lens hood for SMCP-DA 50-200mm lens
> >
> > Nikkor 70-210mm f/4 constant aperture zoom
> > Nikon Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G
> > Nikon FA Film Camera
> >
> > Canon 100-300 5.6l Macro Zoom
> >
> > Amita
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FS Friday: random items

[Amita Guha]

Here is a link to my ebay auctions for this week:
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZbfift2girl

Pentax S80-80 lens case for D-FA 50mm Macro or 55mm f/2.8
Pentax PH-RBB lens hood for SMCP-DA 50-200mm lens

Nikkor 70-210mm f/4 constant aperture zoom
Nikon Nikkor 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G
Nikon FA Film Camera

Canon 100-300 5.6l Macro Zoom

Amita

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Re: Awaiting takeoff

[Amita Guha]

I heard that the TSA here in the States sells the things they
confiscate on ebay. Do a search for "NTSA" on ebay and see what comes
up.

Amita

On Dec 3, 2007 2:57 PM, Bob W <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> they can't just take these things, Frank. They have to give them back.
> I went through Gatwick about a year ago and forgot that I was carrying
> a Swiss Army knife. They took it off me, but gave it back when I
> returned.
>
> --
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>
> [...]
> >
> > I haven't flown for over two years.  Last time it was with my bike,
> > and I put my bike's U-lock in my carry-on so it wouldn't rattle
> around
> > and hurt my bike (which was boxed and checked).  They confiscated
> it.
> > Said I could use it as a "bludgeon".
> >
> > I tried to explain that a pen would make a better weapon than a
> lock,
> > but the nice man disagreed.
> >
> > $40 down the tubes.
> >
> > Oh well.
>
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Re: Peso Fine art cat shot

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On Nov 27, 2007 8:50 AM, David J Brooks <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v408/divad_b/?action=view¤t=boo-bW.jpg

Cute shot! Boo's markings are disturbingly similar to those of my
calico Cleo's: :)
http://www.sunny16.net/photos/cleo-bw.jpg

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Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD

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The cable release has been claimed. I still have the manual if anyone needs one.

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Re: FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD

[Amita Guha]

Isn't it Friday in Europe yet?

On Nov 15, 2007 7:49 PM, Scott Loveless <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Close enough.  Take a muscle relaxer.
>
> Bob Blakely wrote:
> > It's not Friday.
> >
> > Regards,
> > Bob...
> > -
> > Note: No trees were killed in the sending of this message,
> > but a large number of electrons were terribly inconvenienced.
> >
> > From: "Amita Guha" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> >
> >
> >> I have a cable release for an *istD that I found after I sold mine.
> >> I'll ship it for free to anyone in the US or for shipping costs
> >> outside the US if it turns out to cost more than a couple of bucks to
> >> ship. I also have an *istD manual available for the same terms if
> >> anyone's interested.
> >
> >
>
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FS Friday: FREE cable release for *istD

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I have a cable release for an *istD that I found after I sold mine.
I'll ship it for free to anyone in the US or for shipping costs
outside the US if it turns out to cost more than a couple of bucks to
ship. I also have an *istD manual available for the same terms if
anyone's interested.

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Re: Camera bags (yet again)

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On Nov 6, 2007 3:27 PM, Scott Loveless <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Amita Guha wrote:
>
> Thanks, Amita.  That helps.  The one bag I was able to look at that had
> the tripod straps worked essentially the same way.  Same thing I asked
> Doug - Classic or AW?  Lowepro's site is fairly vague.

AW. I got it in May for my Iceland trip. It held up great by the way -
I had it in heavy mist from waterfalls and it didn't leak, although it
did leak when I had it in the bottom of a boat for a while.

I carried 4 lenses, one body, a ballhead, a digicam and an image tank
in mine. That filled up the padded section.

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Re: Camera bags (yet again)

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On 11/5/07, Scott Loveless <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> Thanks, Dave.  See my reply to Doug.  Had any problems carrying a tripod
>   attached to the outside of the pack?

I have the Mini-Trekker and I have attached the tripod to it with no
problem. It's kind of a pain if you want to open the bag without using
the tripod because you have to disconnect the top tripod lash whether
you want to or not.

I bought the Naneu Pro Alpha a while back because it mounts the tripod
on the side of the bag. However, half the bag is actually a day pack
while the bottom is for camera gear. I like the design, but it doesn't
hold as much as the Mini-Trekker and it's not waterproof, although it
comes with a rain fly.

Amita

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Re: Off list - Sigma 14 mm vs Tamron 14 mm

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Ugh, I didn't mean that the way it sounded. Anyway, he loves the lens
and I think it's coming with us to Spain!

Amita

On 9/29/07, Cotty <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> On 29/09/07, Amita Guha, discombobulated, unleashed:
>
> >Cotty sold my husband one of these. As I recall, it's sharp but very
> >flare-y. :)
>
> I lent it to him and he insisted on buying it!!  ;-)
>
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Re: coming to Atlanta...anyone around?

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On 9/15/07, Doug Franklin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Evan Hanson wrote:
> > On Sep 15, 2007, at 10:28 AM, cbwaters wrote:
>
> >> We're rubbish at getting together though.
> >> I'd love to make an attempt to have dinner of coffee or whatever
> >> though so
> >> let me know when you're going to be here and we'll see what we can do.
>
> > We are indeed rubbish about getting together.  Since I'm currently
> > unemployed, I'm sure I could make time.
>
> Yeah, I'd be interested in getting together.  But it definitely depends
> on which Thursday in October.  The first week of October I'll be up at
> Road Atlanta shooting the Petit le Mans.  Other than that, I think my
> Thursdays are pretty clear.

Sorry about the delay in getting back to you guys. We are arriving in
Atlanta on Thurs. October 18th, staying in Virginia Highland. I'm not
sure what my family commitments will be, but it would be fun to try to
go out and do something.

I'm off traveling for the next week or so but I'll try to check in on
the list. I'll be home  on Sunday the 14th. Hope to meet some of you!

Amita

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Re: Decent photo sites?

[Amita Guha]

I'm on Smugmug as well, but a few months ago I also joined Zenfolio:
http://www.zenfolio.com/

It's the same idea as Smugmug, and the pricing is similar, but I
prefer the look of Zenfolio's galleries and the user interface for
managing photos. My gallery is here:
http://sunny16.zenfolio.com/

They also offer a discount if you get referred by a current customer.

Amita

On 9/28/07, George Sinos <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I'll second Ann's recommendation of smugmug.
>
> It's hard to beat unlimited storage and unlimited bandwidth for $40
> per year.  You can get a discount code from any of the current smugmug
> customers and save $5.
>
> Here are the details: 
>
> George S
> 
>
>
>
> On 9/28/07, ann sanfedele <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > Deb -
> > I like smugmug a lot  for  a number of reasons ans photo.net for the
> > quickly loading nicely sized thumbs...
> > I thought I was going to move everything over to smugmug but now I think
> > I'll keep both
> >
> > Smugmug has a few too many cutsey things but you can disable them  -
> > they are VERY responsive quickly
> > to email pleas for help .  You can sell stuff from there if you like and
> > they have a lot of nice templates for
> > setting up your page... 3 price groups, depending on how much you want
> > to personalize and control your
> > page...
> >
> > there are 4 size options - you can send them large files , no problem,
> > but they don't store Tiffs as yet.
> >
> > Cory is on there, and George S and me - there may be others...
> >
> > my page is
> > http://annsan.smugmug.com
> >
> > I use Netscape communicator for my email - firefox for browsing...
> > and I've found that when people post things here from picassa it takes
> > forever to load if I just click on links from the list  - I have to cut
> > and paste and go
> > to firefox to be comfortable viewing stuff there and i have a high spped
> > cable connection
> >
> > flickr just annoys me...
> >
> > happy hunting
> > ann
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > Debra Wilborn wrote:
> >
> > >I'm looking for a place to host photos.  Right now I
> > >have a few things on Flickr here:
> > >http://www.flickr.com/photos/[EMAIL PROTECTED]/
> > >
> > >(Feedback welcome, by the way.)
> > >
> > >It seems however that Flickr likes to resize
> > >everything to 500 pixels.  Kind of smallish.  What
> > >hosting service, if any, do y'all like?
> > >
> > >Thanks,
> > >Deb in TX
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >Boardwalk for $500? In 2007? Ha! Play Monopoly Here and Now (it's updated 
> > >for today's economy) at Yahoo! Games.
> > >http://get.games.yahoo.com/proddesc?gamekey=monopolyherenow
> > >
> > >
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Re: Off list - Sigma 14 mm vs Tamron 14 mm

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Cotty sold my husband one of these. As I recall, it's sharp but very flare-y. :)

Amita

On 9/29/07, Boris Liberman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Hi!
>
> Derby I just found on the eBay that Sigma can be had for $450 while
> Tamron is 3 times this figure. I can easily justify the $450 taking into
> account that I recently sold $300 worth of gear, but $1,325 is way out
> of my reach.
>
> Do you have any experience with Sigma 14 lens?
>
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Re: SV: The Cult of Leica

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On 9/25/07, Boris Liberman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

> Godfrey, you say that Panasonic does manufacturing. Does it include
> the lenses too? If so, basically it means that when a lens on
> Panasonic camera says Leica it is essentially Panasonic made. Or may
> be I misunderstand you?!

Panasonic makes the electronics but Leica makes the glass for all
Panny or Leica cameras as far as I know. Nate has had 2 Panny digicams
and I have the Leica D-Lux 3 and they've all been labeled as having
Leica glass.

Amita

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Re: The Cult of Leica

[Amita Guha]

On 9/19/07, Adam Maas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

> It's a Panasonic LX2 if it's the pocket one, not sure which Panasonic the EVF 
> one is rebadged from. Supposedly quite a nice camera. Cheaper without the Red 
> Dot too.

I have the Leica D-Lux 3 (which is also the Panny LX2 - I thought it
looked better without the ugly grip on the front.) Great little camera
- lots of fun to use. The sensor can be a little noisy at ISO 400 but
I'm happy with it overall. Here are some boring sample shots:
http://sunny16.zenfolio.com/p1071070963

Amita

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way OT: configuring a Mac for photo work

[Amita Guha]

My PC laptop is on its last legs, and I'm not too into Vista, so I've
decided to take the plunge and switch systems. (I know, I've never
done that before). I've spent the last week or so researching Macs,
and tonight I finally went to an Apple store, where I decided on a
basic configuration: MacPro w/20" monitor.

My question is, if the most resource-heavy work I'm going to do on
this machine is run Lightroom and Photoshop, do I need a RAID? I
usually store my images on a networked drive, but Nate says the system
will run a lot faster with a RAID. I figured a 250gb drive and 4GB RAM
would  be fine to start with. What do you guys think?

Thanks in advance,
Amita

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Re: Philly. This weekend.

[Amita Guha]

I can't make it either. I will be at a pickle festival on Sunday. Yes,
that's right, a pickle festival.

Amita

On 9/14/07, Cesar <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Alas, try as I might, I cannot make this get together :-(
> I have too many things to get done and only the weekends to work on them.
>
> More news this weekend when I am actually not at work,
>
> Cesar
> Panama City, Florida
> in Baltimore, Maryland
>
> -Original Message-
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> >Sent: Sep 14, 2007 12:39 PM
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> >Subject: Philly.  This weekend.
> >
> >Cancel your plans.  Shelve your excuses.  And get on the damn train.
> >Philly, 30th St. train station, 10:30 am, tomorrow.  Be there, slacker.
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coming to Atlanta...anyone around?

[Amita Guha]

We'll be in Atlanta for a family wedding in October. We will most
likely be busy the entire time but we *might* have some free time on
Thursday afternoon/evening. Are there any Pentax folks down there?

Amita

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Re: Sometimes it's hard to shoot Pentax

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On 9/5/07, Malcolm Smith <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

>  I often
> wonder - and I'm not saying this is the case here - if the squeeze is put on
> by brand leaders and possibly as this may feature as the shops main income
> from their sales, by them *implying* that stocking or promoting a rival
> product may make their terms, margins and support to be a little less
> desirable to the dealer.

My husband (a Canon shooter) said that a salesman at J&R in NY was
really pushing Nikon on him. He went down there to buy a lens and this
guy was talking up Nikon like crazy, as if he was trying to get my
husband to switch systems. You really do have to wonder.

Amita

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FS Friday: free manuals and some other stuff

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I have an odd assortment of stuff this week. I'm only shipping these
items within the US.

FREE manuals & software: I found my manual for the *istD after I sold
it. I also have a CD of Pentax Software S-SW10, which is the Pentax
Photo Browser and Laboratory, and the manual that goes with it. I
think that might have also come with the *istD.  I'll mail either or
both to someone for free within the US.

Pentax PH-RBB 52mm Lens Hood. Apparently this is the hood for the D FA
100mm f2.8 Macro Lens, as well as for the D-FA 50-200mm (I could only
find a reference to the 50-200mm on one website, but that's the only
one of the two that I've owned.) Brand-new condition, barely used.
Amazon sells it for $39. US $30 plus $5 shipping.

Pentax S80-80 soft lens pouch. According to B&H, this pouch fits the
55mm f/2.8, 75mm f/2.8, 75mm 2.8 (FA) Lens and the 1.4x Converter for
Pentax 645. $25 plus $1 shipping.

Bogen/Manfrotto 3157N Quick Release Plate. I have 3 of these. $8 plus
$1 shipping each.

Amita

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Re: Super Program Lever

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It feels very solid & it's never given me any problems.

Amita

On 8/24/07, Glen Tortorella <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Have any had any issues or quibbles with the fully plastic film
> advance lever on the Super Program?
>
> Glen
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Re: FS Friday: 3 old cameras

[Amita Guha]

Actually, there's a small ding on the top of the pentaprism which is
visible in one of the photos.

On 8/24/07, Amita Guha <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> None worth mentioning.
>
> On 8/24/07, Glen Tortorella <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > Thank you for the prompt reply.  If the viewfinder is now clear, I
> > may be interested.  How does the camera look overall...any notable
> > dings or scratches?
> >
> > Thanks,
> > Glen
> >
> > On Aug 24, 2007, at 12:01 AM, Amita Guha wrote:
> >
> > > Good questions. The dust appears to have been mostly on the outside -
> > > I think I got most of it with a swab. The blue area must be a
> > > reflection of the flash off the edge of the viewfinder glass - I could
> > > see something bluish but there is definitely not a blue spot on the
> > > camera.
> > >
> > > Amita
> > >
> > > On 8/24/07, Glen Tortorella <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > >> Interesting cameras...Is the dust I see on the Super Program's
> > >> viewfinder on the inside or outside?  Also, what would that small
> > >> blue area be (just below the viewfinder)?
> > >>
> > >> Thanks,
> > >> Glen
> > >>
> > >> On Aug 23, 2007, at 10:07 PM, Amita Guha wrote:
> > >>
> > >>> Here are my ebay auctions for the week.
> > >>>
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> > >>> http://tinyurl.com/2dmqda
> > >>>
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> > >>> http://tinyurl.com/2e4crr
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> > >>> http://tinyurl.com/2zz97w
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Re: FS Friday: 3 old cameras

[Amita Guha]

If the camera's about as old as I am, it's getting up there. ;)

Amita

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> Amita Guha wrote:
> > Here are my ebay auctions for the week.
> >
> > K1000 + lens:
> >
> Would you kindly refrain from referring to the K1000 as an "old"
> camera.  Show some respect.  Geesh.  
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Re: FS Friday: 3 old cameras

[Amita Guha]

None worth mentioning.

On 8/24/07, Glen Tortorella <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Thank you for the prompt reply.  If the viewfinder is now clear, I
> may be interested.  How does the camera look overall...any notable
> dings or scratches?
>
> Thanks,
> Glen
>
> On Aug 24, 2007, at 12:01 AM, Amita Guha wrote:
>
> > Good questions. The dust appears to have been mostly on the outside -
> > I think I got most of it with a swab. The blue area must be a
> > reflection of the flash off the edge of the viewfinder glass - I could
> > see something bluish but there is definitely not a blue spot on the
> > camera.
> >
> > Amita
> >
> > On 8/24/07, Glen Tortorella <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> >> Interesting cameras...Is the dust I see on the Super Program's
> >> viewfinder on the inside or outside?  Also, what would that small
> >> blue area be (just below the viewfinder)?
> >>
> >> Thanks,
> >> Glen
> >>
> >> On Aug 23, 2007, at 10:07 PM, Amita Guha wrote:
> >>
> >>> Here are my ebay auctions for the week.
> >>>
> >>> K1000 + lens:
> >>> http://tinyurl.com/2dmqda
> >>>
> >>> KM w/bad meter + lens:
> >>> http://tinyurl.com/2e4crr
> >>>
> >>> Super Program w/3 lenses & manual:
> >>> http://tinyurl.com/2zz97w
> >>>
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Re: FS Friday: 3 old cameras

[Amita Guha]

Good questions. The dust appears to have been mostly on the outside -
I think I got most of it with a swab. The blue area must be a
reflection of the flash off the edge of the viewfinder glass - I could
see something bluish but there is definitely not a blue spot on the
camera.

Amita

On 8/24/07, Glen Tortorella <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Interesting cameras...Is the dust I see on the Super Program's
> viewfinder on the inside or outside?  Also, what would that small
> blue area be (just below the viewfinder)?
>
> Thanks,
> Glen
>
> On Aug 23, 2007, at 10:07 PM, Amita Guha wrote:
>
> > Here are my ebay auctions for the week.
> >
> > K1000 + lens:
> > http://tinyurl.com/2dmqda
> >
> > KM w/bad meter + lens:
> > http://tinyurl.com/2e4crr
> >
> > Super Program w/3 lenses & manual:
> > http://tinyurl.com/2zz97w
> >
> > Amita
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Re: OT: DPR Nikon D3, Full-Frame, previewed

[Amita Guha]

Thanks, Godfrey. :)

On 8/23/07, Godfrey DiGiorgi <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> There's nothing to burn out on the shutter, Amita. You might run the
> battery dry and then the camera will shut down. The shutter is simply
> a mechanical device with a couple of springs and magnets. The second
> curtain stays open as long as its retaining mechanism does not release.
>
> Godfrey
>
> On Aug 23, 2007, at 12:30 PM, Amita Guha wrote:
>
> > Thanks! How long can you keep the shutter open on these cameras? Don't
> > the electronic shutters burn out eventually if you keep them open for
> > too long?
>
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FS Friday: 3 old cameras

[Amita Guha]

Here are my ebay auctions for the week.

K1000 + lens:
http://tinyurl.com/2dmqda

KM w/bad meter + lens:
http://tinyurl.com/2e4crr

Super Program w/3 lenses & manual:
http://tinyurl.com/2zz97w

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Re: OT: DPR Nikon D3, Full-Frame, previewed

[Amita Guha]

Thanks for the help. :) I recently bought an old Nikon FA just in case
I ever get to do star trails again - sounds like film is still the way
to go for this sort of thing until I get rich or develop enough
patience to do the kind of thing you're talking about. :)

Amita

On 8/23/07, Tom C <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> We're talking relatively short exposure times. Frequently and often under 10
> minutes.  Depending on the subject and the setup, maybe not open for even a
> minute. The art is such that multiple exposures are digitally stacked and
> aligned so that luminance builds up, for example,  20 3-minutes exposures =
> a single 1 hour exposure.
>
> The other answer is, apparently not that often... :-)
>
> I don't have a dedicated DSLR for astrophotography, but if I do it will be a
> Canon (if I was buying one today).
>
> Tom C.
>
>
> >From: "Amita Guha" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> >Reply-To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List 
> >To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" 
> >Subject: Re: OT: DPR Nikon D3, Full-Frame, previewed
> >Date: Thu, 23 Aug 2007 15:30:38 -0400
> >
> >Thanks! How long can you keep the shutter open on these cameras? Don't
> >the electronic shutters burn out eventually if you keep them open for
> >too long?
> >
> >Amita
> >
> >On 8/23/07, Tom C <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > > I should have said "the best for this application at a reasonable
> >price".
> > >
> > > Tom C.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > >From: "Tom C" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> > > >Reply-To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List 
> > > >To: pdml@pdml.net
> > > >Subject: Re: OT: DPR Nikon D3, Full-Frame, previewed
> > > >Date: Thu, 23 Aug 2007 13:02:26 -0600
> > > >
> > > >The main thing is their extremely low noise characteristics.  Noise
> >will
> > > >build up in any sensor of course, but of all the DSLR's out there, the
> > > >Digital Rebels and the 5D are recognized as the best.  There's also
> > > >hardware
> > > >(filter mods) and control software that's been written for them
> > > >
> > > >Surpassing them are the dedicated, cooled, CCD cameras specifically
> > > >designed
> > > >for astrophotography, that both record the image and send guiding
> >signals
> > > >to
> > > >the scope's computer, off of one chip.
> > > >
> > > >Tom C.
> > > >
> > > > >From: "Amita Guha" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> > > > >Reply-To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List 
> > > > >To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" 
> > > > >Subject: Re: OT: DPR Nikon D3, Full-Frame, previewed
> > > > >Date: Thu, 23 Aug 2007 14:27:52 -0400
> > > > >
> > > > >On 8/23/07, Tom C <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > > Viewfinder
> > > > > > aside, they are a standout in astrophotography circles, with the
> >most
> > > > >bang
> > > > > > for the buck of any DSLR.
> > > > >
> > > > >Tom, why are the Digital Rebels good for astrophotography? I thought
> > > > >mechanical shutters were still the best thing for astrophotography.
> > > > >
> > > > >Thx,
> > > > >Amita
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Re: OT: DPR Nikon D3, Full-Frame, previewed

[Amita Guha]

Thanks! How long can you keep the shutter open on these cameras? Don't
the electronic shutters burn out eventually if you keep them open for
too long?

Amita

On 8/23/07, Tom C <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> I should have said "the best for this application at a reasonable price".
>
> Tom C.
>
>
>
> >From: "Tom C" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> >Reply-To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List 
> >To: pdml@pdml.net
> >Subject: Re: OT: DPR Nikon D3, Full-Frame, previewed
> >Date: Thu, 23 Aug 2007 13:02:26 -0600
> >
> >The main thing is their extremely low noise characteristics.  Noise will
> >build up in any sensor of course, but of all the DSLR's out there, the
> >Digital Rebels and the 5D are recognized as the best.  There's also
> >hardware
> >(filter mods) and control software that's been written for them
> >
> >Surpassing them are the dedicated, cooled, CCD cameras specifically
> >designed
> >for astrophotography, that both record the image and send guiding signals
> >to
> >the scope's computer, off of one chip.
> >
> >Tom C.
> >
> > >From: "Amita Guha" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> > >Reply-To: Pentax-Discuss Mail List 
> > >To: "Pentax-Discuss Mail List" 
> > >Subject: Re: OT: DPR Nikon D3, Full-Frame, previewed
> > >Date: Thu, 23 Aug 2007 14:27:52 -0400
> > >
> > >On 8/23/07, Tom C <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> > >
> > > > Viewfinder
> > > > aside, they are a standout in astrophotography circles, with the most
> > >bang
> > > > for the buck of any DSLR.
> > >
> > >Tom, why are the Digital Rebels good for astrophotography? I thought
> > >mechanical shutters were still the best thing for astrophotography.
> > >
> > >Thx,
> > >Amita
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Re: OT: DPR Nikon D3, Full-Frame, previewed

[Amita Guha]

On 8/23/07, Tom C <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

> Viewfinder
> aside, they are a standout in astrophotography circles, with the most bang
> for the buck of any DSLR.

Tom, why are the Digital Rebels good for astrophotography? I thought
mechanical shutters were still the best thing for astrophotography.

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Re: OT: DPR Nikon D3, Full-Frame, previewed

[Amita Guha]

On 8/23/07, Godfrey DiGiorgi <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> On Aug 23, 2007, at 10:03 AM, Amita Guha wrote:
> >
> > Damn, it's tempting. It has a function that tells you if you have a
> > level horizon, which would be great for me. :) Now all I need is 5
> > grand.
>
> LOL ... With proper rationalization and self-delusion, money can
> appear from almost nowhere... ];-)

Funny you should mention it, I put my remaining 3 manual Pentaxes up
on ebay this week. My K1000 is at $6.50 right now, so I'm almost
there. ;)

I agree with Tom that the lack of real ISO 100 is a disappointment,
although I rarely shoot ISO 100. Still, it'd be nice to have it.

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Re: OT: DPR Nikon D3, Full-Frame, previewed

[Amita Guha]

On 8/23/07, Godfrey DiGiorgi <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

> Looks like a monster, probably a great camera. Gonna buy one?

Damn, it's tempting. It has a function that tells you if you have a
level horizon, which would be great for me. :) Now all I need is 5
grand.

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Re: any PDMLers in Madrid or Seville?

[Amita Guha]

Thank you for the offer, Jaume! I'll let you know. I do hope to make
it to Barcelona someday,   too. :)

Amita

On 8/13/07, Jaume Lahuerta <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Opps...I live in Barcelona, although I go to Madrid from time to time 
> (normally for a one day trip). I still don't know about these dates though.
> Anyway, let me know if you need first hand information about any of these 
> cities. Apart from what I may know for myself, I also know people living 
> there.
>
> Regards,
> Jaume
>
> - Mensaje original 
> De: Amita Guha <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Para: Pentax-Discuss Mail List 
> Enviado: lunes, 13 de agosto, 2007 1:49:54
> Asunto: any PDMLers in Madrid or Seville?
>
> Nate and I will be in Madrid and Seville the 2nd week of October. Does
> anyone on the list live in either of those cities?
>
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any PDMLers in Madrid or Seville?

[Amita Guha]

Nate and I will be in Madrid and Seville the 2nd week of October. Does
anyone on the list live in either of those cities?

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Re: Storm

[Amita Guha]

Beautiful, Bob! The first and the third are my favorites.

Amita

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> it's Wimbledon fortnight, so naturally we have had torrential rain for
> the duration. A nice storm passed over Greenwich a couple of hours
> ago; I couldn't get my plaster-cast wet, so I had to shelter in the
> pub...
>
> http://www.web-options.com/Storm/
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Re: RAW overload

[Amita Guha]

What Godfrey said. This is the reason I installed Lightroom when I
returned from Iceland with over 1200 shots. It made the process much
easier than even Bridge could, because there are so many different
ways to view, rank and organize your photos. It's *much* faster than
doing it one photo at time. I still spent days editing the photos, but
it was much more pleasant than it would have been with Bridge alone.

Amita

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> I've got something over 700 shots from GFM and my recent tour of the upper
> Midwest (some would say it was a vacation but it was really a tour of family
> locations).
> I know the only way to make a dent is to attack one photo at a time but I'm
> overwhelmed at the moment.
>
> BTW, I took the K10 with two full batteries and forgot the charger.  Left on
> a Friday and ran out of juice on Sunday, nine days later.
> It's the only time I've missed the *istD so far.
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